During the fourth game of the second set of the match between Naomi Osaka and Anastasia Zakharova, an incident occurred in the stands that disrupted the flow of the competition. The chief referee halted the match to address the situation, as the actions of the audience were disrupting the competition. Footage showed influencers taking photos in the stands, further complicating the situation. The footage showed people moving in the box, with staff standing nearby holding portable lights. This behaviour, which is contrary to the rules of tennis competitions where the audience is expected to be discreet and not disturb the players, was highlighted. At the US Open, where this match is taking place, the rules for audience behaviour are more relaxed, but the audience is expected to respect the boundaries set for fair competition. In 2024, the US Open introduced a new policy allowing greater freedom of movement for spectators, but this does not mean that basic rules of sportsmanship can be ignored. This incident highlighted the need for greater awareness of how to behave at sporting events, to ensure that all participants have equal conditions for competition.